Doing the right thing comes easy to Alexa Luboff. Her steady efforts in reaching out to peers and teachers brings a positive vibe to the classroom and has gained her the reputation of being trustworthy and honest.

"I do think my deeds of honesty and integrity impact others," Alexa says. "My classmates rely on me for help with homework, meticulous notes for class and select me with enthusiasm for group projects. My teachers have confidence and trust in me."

Sarah Rizzo, social studies teacher: Alexa exemplifies character in all aspects of her life. In my sociology and ethics class we often talk about doing the right thing even when it may be easier to look the other way, or do the wrong thing. Alexa always does the right thing.

It is difficult to pinpoint only one example of Alexa's outstanding character. She is a top student and is always willing to help her teachers or other students without being asked. She truly impresses me each day.

Alexa is extremely honest and dedicated to promoting a positive atmosphere in the classroom. She will stand up and do the right thing even if it means she is standing alone. I am truly impressed by her dedication to school each day. She is always working to better herself and the people around her.

She is always the first one to offer assistance to a peer or teacher in need. She often recognizes their need and assists them without being asked. Her positive attitude and demeanor can be recognized from a mile away. Alexa is a shining star. She is not a student that has to think about what the right thing to do is. She does not have a dishonest bone in her body. She is one of the most honest and trustworthy students I have had the pleasure to teach.

Melissa and Alan Luboff, parents: Alexa has always been extremely conscientious and devoted to studying hard and getting good grades. She goes out of her way to help other students understand difficult concepts and helps them study for exams. She also tutors other students in Spanish, as well as other subjects where she is in AP classes.

She is always striving to please her teachers and is determined to do the best she can every day. She dedicates many hours daily, seven days a week and never takes short cuts. Her integrity is second to none. We are very proud of her accomplishments. She has a good heart and will go out of her way for anybody.

We are not surprised as this is who she has been since the day she was born. She is always trying to please people. She likes to make sure everyone is included. She tries to make friends with new students and help them feel like they are included either by asking them to sit with her and her friends at lunch, inviting them to go to school sporting events with her, or even helping them with their homework and introducing them to other students.

Alexa Luboff: It is in my upbringing to be very self-righteous and uphold my integrity in all aspects of my life, especially academically. I truly do uphold honesty in all of my endeavors, as it is a basic tenet of great character and a key component of morality, in my opinion.

Pride is what motivate me to continue to maintain a character of honesty and integrity. I wish, more than anything, to make my family, and especially my parents, proud. I also want to be proud of myself and by upholding a character that best helps me contribute positively and memorably to society. I wish for my teachers to remember me not only as a student academically, but personally due to my character that I strive to elevate to a level mature beyond my years.

Ever since I was young, I have always been taught to do the right thing. To contribute all that I can to society is to uphold an honest character with as much integrity that I can muster. It is this goal that I act toward every day to achieve and surpass.

In my mind, it is the norm for me to act with the highest possible character I am capable of. I do feel content and satisfied when my actions benefit others and earn their trust and have their trust returned.